Onoha Itto-ryu① Japanese Classical Martial Art

Classical Japanese martial arts are ancient techniques that developed to help samurai warriors survive on the battlefield. In this week’s special feature, our presenter Ayako Kisa visits the Onoha Itto-ryu school of swordsmanship, a school that has produced many distinguished swordsmen. Takemi Sasamori, the 17th head, takes us deeper in to the school’s philosophy, as we explore the complexity of these fascinating disciplines.